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Heart of the Redwoods-Wapiti Cottage

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A firepit, a garden and laundry facilities are just a few of the amenities provided at Heart of the Redwoods-Wapiti Cottage. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7102 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Heart of the Redwoods-Wapiti Cottage

  • Welcome to our Wapiti (Elk) Cottage, one of three newly renovated cottages available on our property. Come experience our beautiful Northern Coastal Redwoods in this beautiful, cozy cottage filled with all the amenities of home including exceptional cleaning standards.

    This Cottage features 3 Bedrooms (1 King, 1 Queen, 1 Full & 1 Twin), 1 Bathroom w/ Walk-In Shower & double vanity, Full NEW Kitchen, Dining Room, Laundry Room (full size washer & dryer), Living Room w/ 55” Smart TV, Fireplace, & free WiFi.

    We are quite literally in the middle of the Redwoods! We are surrounded by our amazing Redwoods, parks, trails, beaches, & wildlife. We are right off the Redwood Highway. You will have access to the whole Cottage as well as the front & back yard. You may also go down to the creek behind the property, be advised it is fishable but no lifeguards are on duty. Feel free to enjoy our whole property. When in season, help yourselves to the many wild berries that encircle our property.

    There is a fire pit out back & firewood is provided as well as a Gas BBQ & picnic tables. A baby high chair, gate, & Pack & Play are available upon request. We are tucked in the middle of the National Redwood Park & close to Fern Canyon and Prairie Creek Redwood State Park. We are 18 miles south of Trees of Mystery, 20 miles north of beautiful Trinidad with so many trails, beaches and lagoons in between. We are a great central point in all your adventures while exploring the beautiful North Coastal Redwoods while providing a cozy oasis to rest in between your adventures. Sometimes in our neck of the woods, we lose power. We now have a whole-house GENERATOR so your stay with us will not have much interruption.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No lift
  • Smoke-free property

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Double-glazed windows
  • Garden
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Unit size: 1,100 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Turn off the heater & fireplace
If the BBQ was used, clean it & return all Bbq Utensils to the kitchen for cleaning.
Sign our guestbook! We love to hear all about your adventures while visiting our beautiful redwoods!!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Events are allowed. Please contact the host for extra parking, timing, and confirm number of attendees.
EV Charging is available for an additional fee. Please contact us to arrange the timing, charging location, and fee.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Note from host: Pets on leash always, in kennels when left in home

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 15
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number 1234

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Orick is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Redwood National and State Parks and Thomas H. Kuchel Visitor Center. Visit our Orick travel guide
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Orick, CA

What's nearby

  • A forest with a fallen tree, ferns, and a sign indicating the South Fork Trail and Rhododendron Trail.
    Redwood National and State Parks
    2 min drive - 2.5 km
  • A wooden bridge in a forest with tall trees and dense foliage.
    Prairie Creek Redwoods State Park
    7 min drive - 6.6 km
  • A large tree in a forest with a wooden platform in front.
    Big Tree Wayside
    11 min drive - 9.7 km
  • A large sculpture of a giant shoe with a unicorn's head, surrounded by people and parked cars.
    Trees of Mystery
    41 min drive - 47.5 km
  • Cal Poly Humboldt State University
    60 min drive - 70.8 km

Getting around

  • Eureka, CA (ACV-Arcata - Eureka)
    34 min drive

Restaurants

  • Mojo Pizza
    2 min drive
  • Snack Shack
    3 min drive
  • Lil' Ranchers
    3 min drive
  • La Hacienda
    2 min drive
  • EdeBee's Snack Shack
    3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Heart of the Redwoods-Wapiti Cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at Heart of the Redwoods-Wapiti Cottage?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Heart of the Redwoods-Wapiti Cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Heart of the Redwoods-Wapiti Cottage?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Heart of the Redwoods-Wapiti Cottage located?

This family-friendly Orick holiday home is within 2 mi (3 km) of Redwood National and State Parks and Thomas H. Kuchel Visitor Center. Redwood Creek Beach and Gold Bluffs Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Heart of the Redwoods-Wapiti Cottage Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 44 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 44 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 44 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 44 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 44 reviews

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home was perfect for us, wonderfully stocked with everything we needed and located close to all the hikes we wanted to do in the southern part of Redwoods NP!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This was such a fun place to stay! We loved seeing the Elk that roam the property and its proximity to all of the beautiful sights this area has to offer. The beds were comfortable and the hosts were very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy cottage

We absolutely loved this wonderful cottage! Great location and beautiful on the inside!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

We had a wonderful time at this cottage! Great location. Loved seeing the resident elk everyday!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was so nice. They have everything you need. It felt like I was at home. It’s in a great location to see the redwoods too!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was an excellent rental for us! Everything was clean and like new! Anything you could need was available for us to use!Such a great proximity to the Redwoods!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Hideaway in the woods

Wondeful property with plenty to explore. Close proximity to the best of the Redwoods National Park.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A great place in the redwoods

Very comfortable and clean place to stay for our family - had everything we needed and more. Will be back, thanks!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Spot

This house was perfect for our needs! Perfectly located for park access and stocked to the brim with everything we needed to feel at home!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
The location is prime if you want to see the Redwoods. Cleanliness could be better.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic location, comfy home

This cabin is in a great location, just a short drive to several great Redwoods areas. It was really comfy inside, everything nice and as described. I wish we could have stayed longer!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful place to visit Redwoods

We had a wonderful stay at this cabin - a beautiful area, very clean and well equipped home for a visit. Hosts are very responsive to questions. Can't thank the hosts enough - looking forward to our next visit!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful time in the Redwoods

The property was perfectly located to explore both the Redwood National Forest. The hikes were so close. We were even able to get in a quick hike before heading to the airport.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Place was great, just as described in the listing. Everything we needed after our stay in the Redwoods. Be sure to get groceries before you get here, food choices are limited (pizza truck was great). Bonus morning visits by the elk herd!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Home

The property and location were both great. The house was as advertised with great amenities. Plenty of space for a family of 4. The property owners were outstanding and very helpful providing information about near by must see’s. The wildlife in the area was amazing we saw elk and deer daily.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfy cozy

We had an amazing time, from waking up to elk on the back porch to the most comfortable bed ive ever slept in it was an all around great experience. Charlene answered any question I had within minutes of my asking and was a great host.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Long weekend with our dogs

The amenities were great. The home was very comfortable. The location was close to everything we wanted to do while we were there. We were well prepared with our own supplies and everything supplied at the home was spotless.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay

House was fully stocked, beds were comfortable, perfect for our quick stay. Be sure to bring groceries, as there isn't a close restaurant. Grateful to the host for letting us know ahead of time.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Thoughtful Hosts

This property clearly reflected the thoughtfulness of the hosts. Every effort was made to make sure that a guest would have everything that they need for a comfortable stay. Great location for exploring the redwood coast.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Spot

They thought of everything anyone would need at this wonderful cottage right by the redwoods! Wonderful communication.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Heart of the Redwoods

We enjoyed our stay. The cabin was clean, spacious and all the appliances were like new. The cabin is centrally located and close to both beaches and parks. At one point there was a herd of elk on the property. The host provided great communication and went out of her way to make our visit enjoyable. We’d definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an excellent vacation in the redwoods - and this cabin is right in the heart of the southern end of the redwoods...near Prairie Creek Center. The cabin is tidy and spacious. There are three nice large bedrooms and the kitchen is awesome! Very well-stocked to cook, serve and eat with ease. The washer and dryer were a bonus - since we got dirty on our hikes and beach adventures. The check-in and out were a breeze. As noted, it is not located near any grocery stores or restaurants. Which was fine for us - but plan to stop for groceries well before Orick and plan to drive at least 30 minutes to the nearest town for other supplies if needed. Loved that there is a firepit with chairs, smores supplies and board games. The redwoods and beaches were amazing and we LOVED our time in the area!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy cabin amidst the redwood forests

We were four of us who stayed in a 7 person cabin, so it was very comfortable. The kitchen is well-stocked with utensils and spices, there were board games to play. The place is literally in the heart of the redwood national parks and has an easy access to the hiking trails, the Prairie creek visitor center and the Newton B Drury scenic byway though the road was closed due to fallen trees when we were there. The only downside was the very high bedding in the room, though they had step stools to use.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect spot

This is a comfortable three-bedroom home within a 5-minute drive to the ocean and 2 Redwood park visitor centers. Perfect location for our family vacation looking to hike in the parks during the day and relax in a quiet spot in the evenings. In the mornings we were greeted by the resident elk herd lounging in the vicinity of the property. The kitchen is well-equipped with cooking supplies and the home is ready for visitors with coffee and tea, bathroom/shower products, and spare blankets if needed. Communication with the owner was excellent. Wi-fi was terrific, and appreciated along with the large smart tv in the living room so we could stream 2024 summer olympic events. We got lucky finding this gem, conveniently located and cozy!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

San Diego family, 4 night stay in early Spring

Perfectly located for exploring the Northern Redwoods for the first time. So many trails and fantastic drives were all very close. The cabin is clean and well furnished, perfect for our family of 5. All 5 beds were very comfortable. Weather was cool, the home was easy to heat, great kitchen and virtual fireplace heater nice touch in the living room. Before our stay, we read an earlier review that mentioned highway noise. After reading this review I was a little concerned, being a light sleeper. I was relieved to discover that road noise was not an issue. Although The cabin is located right off the 101, which is a well trafficked road during the day. Noise from the highway was not noticeable, back bedrooms very quiet, particularly at night when there was very little traffic.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025